Wednesday 23 January 2019

JWCI Gas Safe Registered


Gas Safe Register is the official list of gas engineers who are qualified to work safely and legally on gas appliances. It replaced CORGI in 2009. By law, all gas engineers must be on the Gas Safe Register, but there are illegal gas fitters out there. Cutting corners with gas can cost lives, so remember – don’t cut corners and always use a Gas Safe registered engineer like JWCI for any site gas work.

All Gas Safe registered engineers carry a Gas Safe Register ID card. Before any gas work is carried out always check the card and make sure the engineer is qualified for the work.

Badly fitted and poorly serviced appliances can cause gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide poisoning.Carbon monoxide is a highly poisonous gas. You can’t see it, taste it or smell it, but it can kill quickly with no warning.

Protect yourself from the dangers by following these simple steps:

Only use a Gas Safe registered engineer to fit, fix or service your gas appliances
Get your gas appliances regularly serviced and safety checked every year
Fit an audible carbon monoxide alarm
Check for warning signs such as lazy yellow flames or black marks or stains around the appliance.
Know the six main signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning – headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapse and loss of consciousness.

If you suspect anyone to be working illegally report them to Gas Safe Register. If you have had gas work done in your property in the last six months, you can nominate it for a free gas safety inspection.

For more information and to find your expert visit www.GasSafeRegister.co.ukor call 0800 408 5500. Don’t cut corners with gas – be Gas Safe and choose JWCI Ltd for your site work.

Thursday 8 June 2017

Top Safety Accreditation for JWCI Ltd

Staffordshire based JWCI Ltd has again been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace for 2017.
Alcumus SafeContractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme, which recognises extremely rigorous standards in health and safety management amongst contractors. It is used by thousands of organisations in the UK including SMEs and FTSE 100 companies.
JWCI Ltd is principally involved in the Engineering sector, specialising in the Chemical, Pharmaceutical, F&B and Healthcare markets. JWCI’s most recent clients have included major players such as Ecolab, Arla and Dunlop Aircraft Tyres.
The company’s application for SafeContractor accreditation was driven by the need for a uniform standard across the business. SafeContractor accreditation will enhance the company’s ability to win new contracts, and its commitment to safety will be viewed positively by its insurers when the company liability policy is up for renewal. 
Gemma Archibald, Director of Alcumus SafeContractor said: "Major organisations simply cannot afford to run the risk of employing contractors who are not able to prove that they have sound health and safety policies in place."
"More companies need to understand the importance of adopting good risk management in the way that JWCI has done. The firm’s high standard has set an example, which hopefully will be followed by other companies within the sector. SafeContractor plays a vital role in supporting our clients in meeting their compliance needs, whilst working with their contractors as they progress through the accreditation process.”
Kerry Callear, Health & Safety Director at JWCI said “We are pleased to continue our accreditation with SafeContractor to ensure we maintain our already very high standards. It’s vital that our clients have complete trust in our methods and workmanship and Alcumus SafeContractor provide this facility as a well known, and recognised, accreditation.”

About the accreditation
Alcumus SafeContractor is a third party accreditation scheme that assesses the health and safety arrangements, policies and qualifications of contractors. Many major clients recognise the scheme and accept the SafeContractor certificate as confirmation of competency in health and safety practice. 
Under the SafeContractor scheme, businesses undergo a vetting process which examines health and safety procedures and their track record for safe practice. Those companies meeting the high standard are included on a database, which is accessible to registered users only via a website. 
Client organisations who sign up to the scheme can access the database, enabling them to vet potential contractors before they even set foot on site. These clients agree that, as users of the scheme, they will engage only those who have received accreditation.
Over 300 major, nation-wide businesses, from several key sectors, have signed up to use the scheme when selecting contractors for services such as building, cleaning, maintenance, refurbishment or electrical and mechanical work.
For further information, please visit www.safecontractor.com 

Tuesday 6 September 2016

Choosing the right steelwork contractor is now your legal duty

Under the CPR it is now mandatory for all structural steel fabrications delivered to site within the European union to carry the CE mark. CE Marking for constituent structural steel products covered by a harmonised European standard or conforming to a European Technical Assessment, became mandatory on the 1st July 2013 and for fabricated structural steelworks one year. This represents a major development for engineers, contractors and steelwork specialists and it demands careful attention to the new laws imposed.

You will already recognise the CE mark as its been widely used on toys and electrical goods within the European union for some years. CE marking demonstrates compliance with the appropriate manufacturing standard for a product giving peace of mind that the quality, and more importantly, safety of a product is guaranteed. It provides proof that the product meets working and safety requirements and is essentially ‘fit for purpose’.


The BCSA has also made CE Marking compliance a condition of membership of the Association after 1 July 2014.


What is BS EN 1090?

The harmonised standard covering fabricated structural steelwork is BS EN 1090: Execution of
steel structures and aluminium structures.

Part 1 of the standard is the Requirements for Conformity Assessment of Structural Components. It describes how manufacturers can demonstrate that the components they produce meet the declared performance characteristics (the structural characteristics which make them fit for their particular use and function).

Part 2 is the Technical Requirements for Steel Structures. It specifies the requirements for the execution of steel structures to ensure adequate levels of mechanical resistance and stability, serviceability and durability. It determines the performance characteristics for components that the manufacturer must achieve and declare through the requirements of Part 1.


What do steelwork contractors need to achieve to be compliant?


In order to be able to CE Mark the fabricated structural steelwork that they produce, steelwork contractors are required to declare performance to the System 2+ level of assessment. This requires:

  • Initial type-testing of the product
  • Factory Production Control (FPC), which will include implementation of FPC system procedures, appointment of a responsible welding coordinator (RWC) and implementation of welding quality management system (WQMS) procedures
  • Further testing of samples taken at the factory in accordance with the prescribed test plan.


They must also be assessed by a notified body that will carry out:

  • Initial inspection of the manufacturing plant
  • Initial inspection of the FPC
  • Continuous surveillance, assessment and approval of the FPC, which will typically include an annual audit to ensure continued competence to the declared Execution Class (Table B.3 of BS EN 1090-1 sets out minimum levels for the routine surveillance intervals) The notified body will then issue a FPC certificate and Welding Certificate identifying the Execution Class that the steelwork contractor has achieved.


In order to achieve this, the client or main contractor should appoint a steelwork contractor with an Execution Class equal to that required for the project, as determined by BS EN 1090-1. It should be noted that steelwork contractors with EXC3 capability can be used for EXC1, 2, & 3; and a steelwork contractor with EXC2 capability can be used for EXC1 & 2. At present JWCI Process engineers hold class EXC2 meaning we can undertake any EXC1 and EXC2 projects.


As you can see compliance with the requirements of BS EN 1090-1 is no mean feat and places obligations on the steelwork contractor that take significant time to achieve and then maintain. To eliminate the risk of non-compliance with the CPR, it is essential that you only award projects that will have fabricated structural steelwork to steelwork contractors who have achieved CE Marking accreditation, as the team at JWCI have achieved.


How can CE accreditation be proved?


In order for a steelwork contractor to demonstrate their right to CE Mark their products, they must provide the following three documents:

  1. Factory Production Control (FPC) Certificate – issued by a notified body
  2. Welding Certificate – issued by a notified body
  3. Declaration of Performance (DoP) – issued by the steelwork contractor

The client or main contractor engaging the steelwork contractor should carry out due diligence before appointing any contractor who will be delivering fabricated structural steelwork.


Making sure you are compliant with the regulations


To ensure you comply with the mandatory regulations only choose a steelwork contractor with an execution class equal to that required for your project. Here at JWCI we have achieved EN 1090-1:2009+A1:2011 under system 2+ meaning we can cater for many structural steelwork projects throughout the UK and Europe.


If you are unsure or need any further advice on whether JWCI are the right CE certified contractor for your next project please do get in touch.




Please contact the team at JWCI Process Engineers on 01889 507177 or discover more about the team and our services by visiting out website www.jwciltd.com.



Thursday 11 August 2016


jwciltd.com new responsive website launched!

We're pleased to announce that we have launched our new website at www.jwciltd.com. 


Our services, projects and experience has grown over the years and as such we wanted our new website to reflect our full offering to both existing and potential customers. Please take a look and let us know if you would like to see any further information added that may be helpful to you in future or call us to discuss your next project.

Our new website showcases several new features including;

Our Markets
We are specialist process engineers in the Chemical and Food and Beverage industries but work across numerous sectors including Healthcare and Pharmaceutical. Here you'll find information about products and services which may be specifically relevant to your industry.
http://jwciltd.com/our-markets/

CIP Mapping Service
You may not already know but JWCI offer expert CIP/Process pipework and equipment mapping of your facility. CIP Mapping is important as modifications to site services are made over time, the factory drawings are rarely updated if they exist at all. Such documentation can be of benefit for many reasons from future project planning, to an event where the emergency services are called to site to treat an incident, as they would be able to locate critical isolation valves for example which may reduce the potential for the incident to escalate. Although at present the compilation of such documentation is not legally mandatory, the competent person in charge of pipework systems (often the Engineering Manager) has a duty of care to provide all persons working on their site with up to date and accurate information relating to the systems that they will be working on - don't run the risk, let JWCI map your facility.
http://jwciltd.com/cip-mapping/

Turnkey Solutions
Professional management is at the heart of every successful project. Our vast experience means that we can manage a diverse range of projects and understand the many trades and the skills required to provide a high quality solution. JWCI Ltd are able to provide expert dedicated project management services to ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget. The more complex that a project is, the greater the need for constructive co-ordination which a good project manager will bring to the table.
We have extensive knowledge of Process Plant and offer free site visits to clients where we can then provide invaluable advice, guidance and expertise in ways to improve your plant.
http://jwciltd.com/turnkey-solutions/

Why use us
JWCI is a mechanical services contractor specialising in the provision of bespoke engineering solutions and installations to all areas of the Food and Beverage and Chemical industry among others. Our quality services range from plant design, strip out works, factory refurbishments and installation to process pipe-work including steam systems and CE approved general fabrication. This page gives a summary of what we do and we've listed all relevant industry training and accreditations here, in one easy to find page, so you can rest assured you're using the best!
http://jwciltd.com/why-use-us/

Meet the team
Watch our podcast (with our lovely Director John Clarke making his podcast debut!) and see some of the faces you'll get to know when working with JWCI. We've also listed all our contact details with easy to use email links to each for your convenience.
http://jwciltd.com/about-us/

We hope you find our new website helpful. If you wish to discuss your next project or any other services with us please call on 01889 507 177.

Thursday 22 October 2015

World’s largest Dairy increases capacity at Aylesbury Site with help from JWCI Ltd

JWCI Ltd’s involvement at the Arla Super Dairy increases thanks to a continued working relationship with Global leader SPX. Chosen by SPX, Staffordshire based process engineers JWCI Ltd, are spearheading work on their pipework projects during the second phase at the super dairy in Aylesbury, UK.


Work on the Arla super dairy started in 2012 - JWCI was the first of several teams on site in January 2013 completing works on chemical distribution plant and pipe work for Global company Ecolab. During this time they worked alongside SPX (formerly APV) who were responsible for all the process plant and pipe work throughout the whole factory.
During Phase 1 at the plant, JWCI, working alongside German and Spanish contractors, completed works on all chemical distribution plant and pipework throughout the factory.
Now fully operational the Arla super dairy implemented phase 2 of site expansion which was awarded to Global firm SPX to introduce additional capacity and improve flexibility.
JWCI was again on site at Aylesbury in December 2014, this time working for Ecolab UK on Phase 2 of the Chemical Installation.

With approximately $5 billion in annual revenue, US based SPX is a multi-industry manufacturing leader with operations in more than 35 countries and over 14,000 employees worldwide. SPX solutions play a vital role in helping food and beverage producers increase their capacity to more efficiently deliver greater quantities of safer, higher quality products. JWCI Ltd began work for the SPX contract in April 2015 after a successful tender application, and with their enviable reputation and previous history working with Ecolab and Arla on other sites, JWCI was an obvious choice.


The installation required multiple process break-ins under high care conditions to be planned into the work. Due to the plant being operational it was essential for recognised good hygienic installation practice and compliance with Arla hygiene standards - and SPX knew that this would be of no concern to JWCI who have worked under these stringent conditions before. 


Second phase projects for SPX at Aylesbury included the installation of plant and interconnecting pipe work associated with the following: finished milk, cream ageing, Cravendale pasteuriser, Cravendale micro filter plant and Cravendale cream.
Having worked in the food industry for many years JWCI has an enviable reputation in the sector and continues to work alongside some of the largest names in the industry. 


For more information on this or any other projects JWCI has been involved with or to discuss your next project please contact Kerry Callear on 01889 507177. 


Milk Manifold
The finished milk manifold

Cravendale Pasteuriser
Cravendale Pasteuriser

Interconnecting pipework
Interconnecting pipework

Separators
Separators

 



Wednesday 17 September 2014

JWCI Claim Prestigious Principal Contractor Spot for Cheadle Hulme Ecolab Project


The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 places legal duties on those involved in construction projects ensuring that rules, regulations and safety procedures are carried out at all times. This ensures the safety of all site contractors, visitors and employees. The appointment of a Principal Contractor is vital and a task not to be taken lightly.


JWCI recently worked on the Cheadle Hulme site for Ecolab, which, following the merger with Nalco meant the site was being decommissioned and equipment relocated to the larger Nalco/Ecolab site at Northwich in Cheshire. The strip-out project began in 2013 and was completed in the summer of 2014. 

JWCI were appointed as Principal Contractor on the Cheadle Hulme project. A brief overview of the tasks associated with the Principal Contractor role are listed below:


  • 1) Plan, manage and monitor construction phase in liaison with all contractors
  • 2) Prepare, develop and implement a written plan and site rules (Initial plan completed before the construction phase begins)
  • 3) Give contractors relevant parts of the plan
  • 4) Make sure suitable welfare facilities are provided from the start and maintained throughout the construction phase
  • 5) Check competence of all appointees
  • 6) Ensure all workers have site inductions and any further information and training needed for the work
  • 7) Consult with the workers
  • 8) Liaise with CDM co-ordinator regarding ongoing design
  • 9) Secure the site

In addition Principal contractors are responsible for all safety permit issues, health and safety site paperwork and displays, first aid facilities and putting in to place emergency procedures. With JWCI's many years of experience in the industry this proved to be a suitable challenge to which they easily rose. 

Kerry Callear, Health & Safety Director at JWCI said of the project "We have a very good working relationship with Ecolab built over many years in the industry. To be recognised for our commitment to ensuring the highest level of health, safety and workmanship on our sites was a great achievement, reflected in this role."

If you would like to find out more about Process plant strip-out, plant refit, or process plant design and manufacture, including appointing principal contractors please contact JWCI on 01889 507177.

Friday 25 July 2014

JWCI Open Fourways Stores, Fole, Staffordshire

Fourways Stores in Fole, Staffordshire is now open for business 7 days a week to trade and general public! 

The new store, at the JWCI site at Fole, opened on Saturday July 19th with some superb launch offers and discounts for those who made the launch weekend. 

Fourways Stores stocks a vast range of fasteners and fixings, hygienic fittings, consumables, power tools, gas, welding equipment, PPE and workwear. Leading brands have come on board and those stocked include Stanley, Milwaukee, Metabo, Bahco, Teng Tools, Rotabroach, Stabila, Silverline, Centurion and Air Products. Fourways stores is also an official AirProducts collection point. 

JWCI's Fourways Store are pleased to be official suppliers of JCB workwear. Their range includes protective safety footwear, workwear including trousers, polo shirts, jumpers, coveralls and jackets and also high quality accessories such as kneepads, gloves, hats, eyewear and more. For more information on the JCB workwear range please visit their website www.jcbworkwear.com

Another product line Fourways Stores are excited to offer are from the Swedish company Teng Tools. Teng have been supplying high quality tools for the professional industry and automotive trade for over 25 years and have an enviable reputation in their field. Their range includes socket sets, spanners and wrenches, impact tools, service tools, wall racks and more. Please visit the official Teng Tools website at www.tengtools.com for more details on their available product range.

Manager Kerry Callear said "We've been supplying process parts to the food, dairy and chemical industry for many years and it seemed a natural progression to offer these fittings and more general tools, workwear and equipment to both smaller trades locally and the general public. Plus with our store being open 7 days a week it offers ultimate flexibility for local trades particularly"

Trade accounts are available at Fourways Stores (subject to application approval). If you would be interested in opening a trade account with JWCI at Fourways Store then please contact us on 01889 507177 and the application will be sent to you.

JWCI are also keen to hear from any customers of new lines or products they wish to be stocked at Fourways stores. Simply call or email your suggestions through and JWCI will let you know when these become available.

Store opening times are Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 8am to 5pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.  

To find out more about Fourways Stores or any of the other products or services JWCI Ltd offer please call Kerry on 01889 507177 or visit www.jwciltd.com.


ABOVE: Some of the range at Fourways Store now open in Fole, Staffordshire. Stocking a range of tools, PPE, workwear, gas, welding and safety equipment and more from brands including Teng Tools, AirProducts, JCB and Milwaukee.